What if your research could make real-world impact — beyond academia?
More and more researchers are becoming curious about commercialisation, spinouts, and the role entrepreneurship could play in their careers. But common questions often stand in the way:
- Do I have to become a full-time entrepreneur to commercialise my research?
- Can I stay in academia and still participate in a startup?
- What skills do I need — and where should I even start?
That’s exactly why we created the Academic Entrepreneurship Essentials video series.
📺 What is Academic Entrepreneurship Essentials?
It’s a free, short-form video series designed for academic researchers and university staff who are exploring the possibilities of commercialising their research through entrepreneurial activity.
Each video is 2–4 minutes long, focused on one essential topic, and designed to build clarity and confidence — step by step.
🧭 What will you learn?
You’ll get clear, practical answers to questions like:
- ✅ What roles can I take in research commercialisation?
- ✅ What is an entrepreneurial mindset — and why does it matter?
- ✅ Which skills are essential, and how can I develop them?
- ✅ How do I find co-founders and build a strong team?
- ✅ Can I balance academia with entrepreneurship?
- ✅ What might entrepreneurship look like in my own career path?
🔍 Who is this series for?
This video series is for:
- Researchers and postdocs interested in innovation or impact
- University staff considering involvement in spinout companies
- Anyone who wants to explore commercialisation without leaving academia
- Individuals curious about how to start — without pressure
You don’t need a business background. You just need curiosity and an open mind.
▶️ Watch the full series
The series is available now, and it’s completely free. Watch the videos in any order — or follow the journey from question to clarity:
👉 Start watching here
👉 Or explore the full playlist on YouTube: Academic Entrepreneurship Essentials
🚀 Why this series matters
Academic entrepreneurship is no longer a fringe idea. It’s a growing path for researchers who want to see their work move from papers to products, and from theory to practice.
But it doesn’t mean giving up your academic identity.
It means expanding what’s possible — on your terms.
Brought to you by Pilot2Service, this series is part of our mission to make research commercialisation more accessible, step by step.
🔗 Learn more: www.pilot2service.com